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Robert Lopez

Birth Place: United States

BIO

Broadway: co-creator/writer of The Book of Mormon (nine Tony Awards including Best Book, Best Original Score and Best Musical), co-creator/songwriter of Avenue Q (three Tony Awards including Best Original Score and Best Musical). Regional: Frozen (Denver Center), Up Here (La Jolla Playhouse), 1001 Nights (Atlantic Theater). Film: Pixar's Coco (Oscar Best Original Song win for "Remember Me"), Frozen (Oscar Best Original Song win for "Let It Go"). TV: songs for The 87th Academy Awards, "The Simpsons," "South Park," "Scrubs," "The Wonder Pets." Upcoming projects include Disney's Frozen 2. One of 12 artists to win Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony Awards (EGOT). Yale University grad, BMI Workshop, Dramatists Guild council. A NYC native, he lives in Brooklyn with Kristen and their two daughters.

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Productions

 
[West End, 2026]
Composer
Lyricist
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Book, Music and Lyrics
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2015]
Vocal Arrangements
 
[Off-Broadway, 2009]
Animation Designer
 
[Off-Broadway, 2006]
Orchestrator
 
[West End, 2006] [Replacement]
Music/Lyrics[Replacement]
 
[Broadway, 2003]
Animation Designer

Writing

Lyricist
Composer
Bookwriter
Book, Music, and Lyrics
Composer/Lyricist
Source Material
Composer
Lyricist

Movies

Winnie the Pooh
[ 2011 ] music producer
Frozen
[ 2013 ] original songs by, song producer
Coco
[ 2017 ] original songs by
Frozen II
[ 2019 ] original songs by
Spies in Disguise
[ 2019 ] songs
Frozen: The Hit Broadway Musical
[ 2025 ] music and lyrics by

TV Shows

Wonder Pets: In the City
Composer

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2018 - Outstanding New Score

Robert LopezFrozen

Tony Awards - 2018 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Robert LopezFrozen


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Book of a Musical

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon

Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Lyrics

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2011 - Outstanding Music

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon


winner
Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Robert Lopez, The Book of Mormon

Olivier Awards - 2007 - Best New Musical

Robert Lopez, Avenue Q


winner
Tony Awards - 2004 - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre

Robert Lopez, Avenue Q


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Lyrics

Robert Lopez, Avenue Q


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Music

Robert Lopez, Jeff Marx - Avenue Q


winner
- 2000 - Most promising musical theatre lyricist

Robert Lopez

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News


THE BOOK OF MORMON Will Offer $25 Front-Row Lottery Tickets in Toronto
by Stephi Wild - Apr 2, 2026

THE BOOK OF MORMON will hold an in-person same-day lottery for $25 front-row orchestra seats at Toronto's Princess of Wales Theatre for all performances April 7–26, 2026.
FINDING NEMO to Open at Orlando Family Stage This Spring
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 30, 2026

Orlando Family Stage is presenting Disney and Pixar's Finding Nemo: A 60-Minute Family Musical, a new musical adaptation of the beloved Pixar film. This production is for audiences of all ages and part of the theatre's Centennial Celebration season.
Video: It's Double Double, MORMON Trouble with Rory O'Malley & Charlie Franklin
by Luka Vonier - Mar 27, 2026

Fifteen years after The Book of Mormon first premiered on Broadway, Elder McKinley remains one of the musical's most memorable (and scene-stealing) roles. Watch in this video as Rory O'Malley and Charlie Franklin chat more about the character they hold so dear, and reflect on 15 years of The Book of Mormon.
TV: THE BOOK OF MORMON celebra 15 años de risas con el anuncio de una gira española
by Adela González Pérez - Mar 26, 2026

La producción española de THE BOOK OF MORMON celebra tres lustros de éxito global en Broadway con una tarta conmemorativa y el anuncio de su esperada gira nacional.
Photos: AVENUE Q Returns to the West End
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026

All new photos have been released for the West End return of AVENUE Q, bringing the original Broadway puppets to the Shaftesbury Theatre for a strictly limited season. Check out the photos below!
THE BOOK OF MORMON Will Return to Mirvish in April
by Stephi Wild - Mar 25, 2026

THE BOOK OF MORMON, which has played five engagements on Mirvish stages, including a sold-out run most recently in 2024, will return to Toronto in two weeks.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Updates 'Spooky Mormon Hell Dream' Song with New Epstein Jab
by Gillian Blum - Mar 21, 2026

Thursday's performance of The Book of Mormon on Broadway was the first to feature a new lyric in 'Spooky Mormon Hell Dream,' referencing convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Photos: Andrew Rannells, Nikki M. James and More Celebrate THE BOOK OF MORMON 15th Anniversary
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 20, 2026

Original cast members of The Book of Mormon made a special appearance at the Eugene O'Neill Theatre last night, March 19, to celebrate the show's 15th anniversary on Broadway. Check out photos here!
Palo Alto Players to Stage FROZEN in Spring 2026
by Stephi Wild - Mar 18, 2026

Palo Alto Players will present the beloved musical FROZEN from April 24 to May 10, 2026, as part of their 95th season. The production, based on Disney's Academy Award-winning animated film, will be staged in Palo Alto, CA.
Photos: First look at Sunbury Performing Arts Presents DISNEY WINNIE THE POOH, KIDS
by Jerri Shafer - Mar 17, 2026

Pooh Bear and all of his friends from the classic children’s books and animated film band together to rescue their friend, Christopher Robin in the family friendly performance. Music and Lyrics by Richard M. Sherman, Robert B. Sherman, Robert Lopez, Kristen Anderson-Lopez,Music Adapted & Arranged and Additional Music & Lyrics by Will Van Dyke,Book and Additional Lyrics by Cheryl Davis, Based on the stories of A.A. Milne and the 2011 Disney Animated feature film.
Videos: Andrew Rannells and THE BOOK OF MORMON Creators Reunite on THE LATE SHOW
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

The Late Show with Stephen Colbert celebrated the 15th anniversary of The Book of Mormon last night, March 16, with a special episode dedicated to the Tony Award-winning musical. Check out videos here!
Original Cast Members Will Appear in THE BOOK OF MORMON in June to Celebrate 15 Years on Broadway
by Stephi Wild - Mar 17, 2026

The Book of Mormon on Broadway is turning 15, and the nine-time Tony Award-winning Best Musical will celebrate the milestone with a special “MAGICAL MORMON MYSTERY WEEK ” of performances.
THE BOOK OF MORMON Creators and Andrew Rannells to Reunite on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 12, 2026

The Late Show will celebrate the 15th anniversary of The Book of Mormon next week with a special episode featuring writers Trey Parker, Matt Stone, and Robert Lopez, in addition to original star Andrew Rannells, who will also perform from the musical.
Photos: AVENUE Q In Rehearsal Ahead of West End Return at Shaftesbury Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 10, 2026

Rehearsal images have been released for the West End return of AVENUE Q, which will play a strictly limited season at the Shaftesbury Theatre beginning Friday 20 March 2026.
Northern Stage Reveals 2026/27 Season - JOHN PROCTOR IS THE VILLAIN and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 9, 2026

Northern Stage has revealed its 2026/27 Season, featuring five Main Stage productions in the Byrne Theater at the Barrette Center for the Arts, including the regional premiere of John Proctor is the Villain and more.
Grand Rapids Civic Theatre Unveils Lineup for 100th Anniversary Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 2, 2026

Grand Rapids Civic Theatre will present a special centennial season featuring a lineup of classic and contemporary shows, marking a century of theatrical excellence.
You Do You Theatre Co. to Present AVENUE Q In Zurich This May
by Gillian Blum - Mar 2, 2026

Following sold-out runs of tick, tick... BOOM! and The Last Five Years, You Do You Theatre Co. returns to the stage with the Tony Award-winning musical Avenue Q, playing in May 2026 at Theater Stok.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 23, 2026- Tony-Winner Daniel Radcliffe Returns to Broadway and More
by - Feb 23, 2026

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 23, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
FROZEN Comes to The Way Off Broadway Dinner Theater
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

WAY OFF BROADWAY will present the beloved musical FROZEN, bringing a magical story to life at Willowtree Plaza. The show promises a captivating experience for audiences of all ages.
THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM Comes to the MAC
by Stephi Wild - Feb 20, 2026

TheaterWorksUSA will present THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: LOST IN THE SOLAR SYSTEM at the MAC, offering a theatrical journey through space for family audiences.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Robert Lopez written?

Robert Lopez has written 5 shows including Avenue Q (Source Material), If You Give A Mouse A Cookie & Other Story Books (Adaptation), The Book of Mormon (Lyricist), Up Here (Book, Music, and Lyrics), Frozen (Composer/Lyricist).

What awards has Robert Lopez been nominated for?

Outstanding New Score (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Frozen, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Frozen, Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best Original Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Book of Mormon, Best New Musical (Olivier Awards) for Avenue Q, Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Avenue Q, Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Avenue Q, Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Jeff Marx - Avenue Q and Most promising musical theatre lyricist () for .

What awards has Robert Lopez won?

Robert Lopez has received several prestigious awards, including: - Best Book of a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Best Original Score (BroadwayWorld Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for The Book of Mormon - Best Original Score (Music and/or Lyrics) Written for the Theatre (Tony Awards) for Avenue Q - Outstanding Lyrics (Drama Desk Awards) for Avenue Q - Outstanding Music (Drama Desk Awards) for Jeff Marx - Avenue Q - Most Promising Musical Theatre Lyricist (Award Name Not Specified)

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